Pakistan’s star cricketer Babar Azam is taking a spiritual timeout in Saudi Arabia, performing Umrah during the holy month of Ramadan.
Accompanied by his brother Safeer Azam, Babar has been sharing glimpses of his sacred journey on social media. In a video posted on Instagram, the cricketer is seen in the open area near the Kaaba, immersed in prayer. The post, captioned simply with “Alhamdulillah,” has garnered love and prayers from fans worldwide.
Another clip shows Babar breaking his fast at Masjid al-Haram, a serene moment that highlights the spiritual significance of his visit.
This isn’t just a solo journey for Babar. Fellow cricketers Mohammad Rizwan and Naseem Shah are also in Saudi Arabia, performing Umrah during Ramadan. It seems the holy month has brought a spiritual reunion of sorts for Pakistan’s cricketing stars.
Babar is expected to return to Pakistan on March 15, just in time to shift gears and prepare for the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand. With his bat doing the talking on the field, this spiritual break might just be the recharge he needs ahead of the series.
Fans have been flooding social media with prayers and well-wishes for Babar, Rizwan, and Naseem, appreciating their devotion during this sacred time.
The Pakistani cricketers have been in the limelight for their lackluster performance in the Champions Trophy 2025. Here’s hoping the Babar, Rizwan, and Naseem find their lost form and some peace of mind in Makkah.
